Three Americans on trial for torture in Afghan jail
In Kabul a three judge panel heard charges against Jonathan Idema Brett Bennett and Edward Caraballo alleging hostage taking and torture in a private jail. Redacted former captives described beatings, water immersion and starvation. The men claim to act as freelancers outside official oversight.
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Tax cut stalemate persists as Congress stalls
Washington lawmakers remain deadlocked over a two-year tax cut extension while the White House signals a highway funding compromise near 284 billion for six years. Senate and House Republicans split on extending expiring cuts for families and workers, with deficits shaping the fight.
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Bonnie Raitt headlines Stockholm Jazz Festival with Bush dedication
Bonnie Raitt drew about 3000 fans in Stockholm as she dedicated a classic to President Bush during the Stockholm Jazz Festival. She opened with Your Good Thing Is About to End, a 1979 release, amid audience applause and whistles.
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Fort Carson braces for baby boom after Iraq return
Fort Carson expects about 160 babies in December and 140 in January as soldiers return from Iraq and prepare to deploy again. Obstetrics director Roycelyn Bowman notes a population surge and group maternity classes replace one on one sessions to handle expected new mothers.
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